Quintessential Bald Head Island cottage.

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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 7139 sq m

Explore the area

Bald Head Island, NC

Bay Beach6 min walk
Bald Head Island Conservancy6 min walk
Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)89 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Detached garage crofter

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Twin

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

crofter bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

half bath

Toilet

master bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

twin bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This beautiful Nantucket inspired cottage in Surfmans Walk is nestled in the maritime forest, just a short walk from East Beach, the most popular beach on BHI. It is also a short walk (and even shorter golf cart ride) to Shoals Club, The Commons Park, Bald Head Island Conservancy and miles of biking, hiking and walking trails.

The two screened porches and tree-canopied patio with fresh salt air and the sounds of soothing surf in the distance offer a perfect backdrop to read, drink a glass of wine, cook out, have your morning coffee and relax with family. The back screened porch has a beautiful swinging bed and directly accesses a boardwalk complete with ancient oaks, Spanish moss and a community gazebo. Outdoor deck is outfitted with a gas grill and comfortable seating. Al fresco dining is available in the screened-in porch and the deck.

This house provides extra privacy as each bedroom has it’s own bathroom and smart TV. There are two bedrooms in the main house. The master bedroom has a king bed. The other bedroom in the main house has 3 twin beds (2 twins and a trundle). There is also a detached tree-house style guest cottage over the garage, which provides extra privacy with a queen-sized bed, smart TV and ensuite full bathroom.

Cottage is well stocked with all the comforts of a relaxing beach vacation—WiFi, 2 golf carts (6-person and 4-person), heated outdoor shower, 6 beach chairs, 4 cruiser bikes, cooler, bed linens, bath towels, beach towels, beach umbrellas, sand toys, boogie boards, surf board, board games, books, portable high chair, pack n’ play crib, Keurig and regular coffee makers, blender, crock pot and fully stocked kitchen. Bike helmets are not provided. Bike pump is in the garage.

Weekly rentals are Saturday-Saturday in summer. We will entertain shorter stays outside of the high season. Message me to discuss.

Our house has the option to purchase a temporary membership at Shoals Club (pool/restaurant/beach access) for $100 per person per week during high summer season and $150 per person per week on holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day). Not all homes have access to clubs. Shoals Club is closest to the house (5 minute walk), oceanfront and offers pools, dining, fitness center and beach access. The club offers beautiful views and excellent food. Photos of the club are included in the pictures for our house.

**NOTE: If playing golf on vacation is important to you, then you need to rent a house that provides a golf membership to BHI Club. This house only offers a membership for Shoals Club. NO GOLF/TENNIS.

Another benefit of our house is having 2 golf carts—4-person and 6-person. 2 carts enable groups to separate for the many different activities the island has to offer.

Amazing restaurants, a spa, and a fully stocked market are minutes away from this quintessential Bald Head beach cottage.

In short, our goal is for you to have everything you need to enjoy the perfect vacation. We will take good care of you on your stay.

Please message me with any questions.

Property manager

Catherine

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Gym

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We have a pack-n-play crib and a booster seat

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You must be a licensed driver to drive the golf carts. All NC driving laws apply to golf carts on the island.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bald Head Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Cape Fear Station, a neighbourhood in Bald Head Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Caswell Beach, while Smith Island Museum of History and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are cultural highlights. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Bald Head Island, NC

What's nearby

Bay Beach - 6 min walk
Bald Head Island Conservancy - 6 min walk

Getting around

Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

Fishy Fishy Cafe
Frying Pan
Provision Company
Edgewater 122
Moore Street Oyster Bar

Frequently asked questions

Does Quintessential Bald Head Island cottage. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Quintessential Bald Head Island cottage. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quintessential Bald Head Island cottage. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quintessential Bald Head Island cottage. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quintessential Bald Head Island cottage. located?

Located in Cape Fear Station, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bay Beach and Bald Head Island Conservancy. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

15 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall memories at the beach

We had a wonderful week here! From the initial booking, Catherine the Host kept us on track for our Bald Head vacation by affirming that we had our ferry/tram tickets ordered to answering questions that popped up before our arrival. This place was perfect for us (myself, my husband our son, his wife and their 1 year old daughter). My husband and I stayed in the crofter and slept like babies. It’s completely separate from the house, but only a few steps away. The separation made it so nice because baby girl woke up earlier than we did, but any noise in the main house didn’t wake us up at all. Highly recommend the separate sleeping options that this place provides. It was truly a home away from home place to stay and had everything we needed and I can’t think of anything it didn’t have. Our son left his fishing rod in the garage by mistake, so I guess we’ll just need to schedule another trip back to retrieve it. As if we need an excuse 😜.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia B.

4 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Forest haven

Catherine’s home was the perfect spot for a family vacation with 2 toddlers. Close enough to the most beautiful beach on the island to run back when we forgot something, or to take the bikes instead of a golf cart. Located in the thick jungle-like maritime forest, offering shade and peace in between beach trips. The back entrance of the house leads out onto a maze of boardwalk paths through the forest. Everything in the house worked as described, and Catherine generously arranged (and paid for) extra rental bikes for us when hers went missing. The house is well-equipped with games, beach toys, boogie boards, etc… We did not end up using the crofter, but fit 2 families of 3 comfortably in the main house. The turtle conservancy headquarters is around the corner- there is a sandwich and Italian ice window there. The shoals club down the street offers several dining options, 2 pools, and beach umbrella/chair service. Catherine was very responsive and helpful with the reservation and any issues that came up during our visit. Highly recommend - hope to be back in paradise soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

28 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage tucked away in the woods.

This cottage was perfect for us! Cozy and quiet, but near enough to the beaches and club that it didn't feel remote. Everything was as described. I especially loved the daybed swing on the porch!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

20 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing beach stay

Clean, has everything we needed, appreciated the 2 golf carts so we could be flexible, great location, the boardwalk yard wasn’t as good for our toddler, having a bit of yard would have been nice. Beds were very comfortable and we enjoyed using all the cooking supplies great location near the beach but close to the Turtle Conservancy and not far from the Market. We made use of the beach tours and the bikes. Catherine was VERY good at communication before and during our stay. Loved it!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J., Morehead City

25 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it.

Great house. Quiet. Comfortable. Lots of beach toys and bicycles. Carts were in good shape (an issue renting other places on BHI). Highly recommend it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Catherine

I live in North Carolina. I am a native North Carolinian. I am a mother of 2 beautiful daughters. I am married to a great guy who happens to be my best friend. I have been fortunate to travel a lot, but BHI is truly my family’s ‘happy place.’ Let me explain why...My mother was a consummate caregiver and she treated my family to many memorable vacations on BHI. She loved the island and loved sharing it with us. When we were with her, she thought of every detail to make us comfortable. Sadly, my mother, aka "Gaga," died unexpectedly this year. My father and I decided to honor her by purchasing this house and naming it after her—‘Gaga’s Gift.’ Our family feels closer to my mother on the island because we shared many good times with her there. She loved the bountiful natural beauty of the outdoors on BHI. She loved big family meals, walking on the beach, basking in the sun and reading on the porch. We will honor my mother by continuing the beautiful family traditions she started for us at Bald Head. We will honor her by sharing ‘Gaga’s gift’ with our VRBO guests and taking good care of them, just like Gaga would.

Things I love about BHI:
Dolphins (access 23 in early morning and dusk)
Eating by the pool at Shoals Club --Sandbar Grill
Drinks at The Palms patio or around the fire pit at BHI Club
Surfing at East Beach
Running
Walking
Biking
Sunsets (access 23, BHI Club, beach access behind the ferry)
Easter sunrise service at Village Chapel
Christmas Eve service at Village Chapel
Breakfast at Maritime Market Cafe
Yoga, massages and facials at the spa
Long walks on the unspoiled beaches with no crowds
Wine in a rocking chair at the gazebo at Shoals Club (my favorite view on the island)
Family time
Outdoor time
Safety—being able to let my kids roam freely on their bikes when they were younger (not many places you can do that!)
Italian ice at Mike's deli at the Conservancy
hikes in maritime forest

Why they chose this property

Our family has been visiting BHI for the past 10 years. We fell in love with the island in our first visit. Over the years, we have stayed in a variety of homes on different parts of the island, but we like the location of this property due to it’s proximity to East Beach and Shoals Club. I can walk to East Beach in two minutes! We also love that the house is nestled in the maritime forest. It has a tree house vibe, surrounded by the shade of twisted tree branches and palms, yet we can hear the ocean waves. The house provides lots of privacy because each bedroom has it’s own bathroom. There are also 2 porches and a deck to provide additional living areas for families and friends to spread out and relax. For even more privacy, there’s the detached bedroom over the garage (in BHI these are known as crofters). Since the crofter is detached from the house, it’s a favorite for guests who have different sleeping schedules or want even more privacy. My father goes to bed earlier than the rest of our family, so he loves sleeping in the crofter.

What makes this property unique

Option for club membership at Shoals Club (NO GOLF/TENNIS membership).

2 golf carts—6 person and 4 person.

PRIVACY: Every bedroom has it’s own smart tv and bathroom.

2 minute walk to East Beach.

Ocean--you can hear it from the porch!

Shaded deck nestled in the maritime forest